Is There A Link With RA And Osteoporosis
T-score Charts For Bone Density Loss Only Go To -4. What Happens If More Bone Loss?
@ Valcie, my t score in spine is -6 but my hips is osteopania.. jx
Can Osteoporosis Be Reversed
Doctor told me osteoporosis cannot be reversed
Yes your dexa scan results can improve and therefore your bones are denser
Anyone Taking Collagen Along With Other Supplements?
Reading collagen is good for bone density.
@A MyOsteoTeam Member, I am now taking collagen tablets as my bone density has not improved.
Osteoporosis Exercise
Have seen "heel drops" suggested as effective exercise for osteoporosis. After trying it several days, I have extreme lower back pain. Anyone have this experience?
@ Patty8, i do heal drops occasionally. Do u do them on carpet? Hugs josie
Has Anyone Mastered Getting Out Of A Jacuzzi Tub?
Have always gotten pain relief from our Jacuzzi tub. It is eDy to get into but so hard to stand up from tub and then climb out.
@A MyOsteoTeam Member, only stay in less than 20 minutes in Jacuzzi tub.
Should I Take Meds Or Not.
Had one and only Prolia shot back in 2021...caused back pain which eventually went away...Went on Actonel for 6 weeks and started neck pain. (did PT and sterioid shot). Neck not the same but definitely able to live with it. Dr. said one had nothing to do with the other. Been fine until 2 weeks ago.Back pain came out of nowhere... hoping MRI does not show compression fracture. Any advice for severe lower back pain and should I go back on Actonel. Very concerned about side effects. I am 66… read more
Your welcome
Has Anyone Taken Glucosamine Chondroitan Or Msm?
Yes. Taken it for years. Advice from my GP.
Anyone With Chronic Pain Need Some Help?
I saw an article on chronic pain in the October/November issue of AARP. It mentioned asking your provider to refer you to a pain center that is affiliated with a medical school. Apparently they take a more holistic approach.
Hope this helps someone.
Julie 7
It did give me some relief.
What Is Best To Take For Osteopenia?
I get spine compression fractures
Hi Judy. My dexascan has been moved back to mid April!! I am seeing spine doc. In April too. So glad you are doing good. I am finally getting evinity for less soon I hope
. I am still afraid to move… read more